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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Wolfchild
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Core Design |
| Publisher | Core Design |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Core Design, Wolfchild arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
Core Design also made Asterix and the Great Rescue, Asterix and the Power of the Gods and Bubba 'n' Stix for the Genesis.
Wolfchild is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Wolfchild is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Wolfchild cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FF0663:63 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Smart Bombs | FF066D:63 |
| Start As Wolf (Don't Collect Life Powerups) | FF02B5:FF |
| Infinite Energy (Life Powerups Won't Turn You To Wolf, Turn To Wolf Before Using This Code) | FF0675:12 |
| Max Energy | FF0673:12 |
Wolfchild walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Wolfchild.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Wolfchild FAQ
When did Wolfchild come out on the Genesis?
Wolfchild was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Wolfchild?
It was developed by Core Design.
Is Wolfchild multiplayer?
No. Wolfchild is a single-player game.
How long does Wolfchild take to play?
As a platformer, Wolfchild typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Wolfchild on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.